LYLTalks (Light Your Leadership Talks): Recent Episodes
Lisa Anna Palmer
Light Your Leadership Talks - or LYLTalks - features informal chats with leaders and leadership experts from around the globe.Tune in to this podcast hosted by Lisa Anna Palmer, author of the international bestselling Light A Fire in Their Hearts: The Truth About Leadership, so that you too can stay informed about the latest wise practices that set great leaders apart.
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In this candid LYLTalk, I interviewed the amazing Beth Borody about her leadership journey to Vice President at New Gold Inc., a mining company, and then as Founder & CEO of the Femina Collective as well as an executive at IRMA.
In it she shares about her journey and the tough choices that she has had to make along the way, the human experience of senior leadership, and how she established the Femina Collective to help other women executives live their best life. Visit The Femina Collective or connect with Beth via LinkedIn: Beth Borody.
WHO IS BETH BORODY?
Beth offers a fresh, new and innovative voice in the mining industry and is committed to propelling this industry into the future. She is the Mining Sector Lead at IRMA—which stands for the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance, and she is also the founder and CEO of Femina Collective, a social enterprise that empowers women in mining and related sectors through mentorship, networking, and advocacy. Prior to that she had served as the Vice President of Sustainability at New Gold Inc., where she led the development and implementation of the company’s ESG strategy, policies, and practices.
She believes in creating and implementing positive change involving sustainability, on both an environmental and social context.
Beth has actively worked with Indigenous partners to promote economic inclusion, more diverse supply chains and to address challenges related to climate action, water management and reclamation. These experiences have led to an in-depth understanding of the holistic planetary impact on and from industry in critical decision making.
Beth has a degree in Global Studies and Political Science, holds a Corporate Directors certificate, worked human rights journalism. She was recognized as one of the Globe and Mail’s top 50 changemakers in Canada for 2021, for her work in pushing the boundaries for mining to be more diverse and inclusive.
Beth is passionate about feminism, Indigenous rights, and climate crisis action. Beth brings a uniquely global worldview to her work and has worked extensively in Sub-Saharan Africa and North America, bridging worldviews and creating impactful strategies around sustainability and ESG.
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Host, Lisa Anna Palmer, interviews Denise M. Dudley, Ph.d., a psychologist, communication and relationship coach, professional trainer and keynote speaker, author, business consultant, and founder and former CEO of SkillPath Seminars, the world’s largest public training company, which has trained over 12 million people worldwide.
Together, they explore common fears and mental health challenges of senior leaders and strategies to help them overcome them. The idea is that if a senior leader pays attention to their own mental health and wellness, they will not only feel better and learn to love life more, they will also show up as a better person at work, which will also benefit others: their teams, the company, and the community.
Follow Denise on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisedudleyauthor/, and check out her latest book available on Amazon: Work It! Get In, Get Noticed, Get Promoted. For enquiries, you can email Denise at contactdenisedudley@gmail.com.
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Lisa has a LYLTalk with guest Claudia T. Miller, a sought-after Career Coach in the Tech industry. She provides strategic insights and support in developing a leadership and talent pipeline focusing on Women and Women of Color. Claudia has worked with Top Fortune 500 Clients and partnered with World Business Chicago to create a Workforce Development strategy in coordination with the City. Together, Lisa and Claudia cover a wide range of hot topics affecting career advancement for women and women of colour, such as being underpaid to do three-people's worth of work, preparing for promotions, and setting healthy boundaries to avoid burning out as an executive. They also discussed how women must pull together to bust through the glass ceiling and how getting women into leadership roles benefits the organization as a whole. Connect with Claudia on Linkedin, or learn more at claudiatmiller.com
Lisa engages in a discussion with Peter Ivanov, an international speaker who originates from Bulgaria and who is now based in Hamburg, Germany. With a background in mathematics, technology, and leadership, Peter has delivered keynotes in 26 countries and provided management consulting services to big brands like IKEA, Lufthansa, European Central Bank, BloombergTV and many others. These days, Peter focuses his work on helping organizations to navigate the intersection of leadership and AI. Lisa and Peter explore how AI is transforming the workplace and how top leaders can develop a road map to integrate AI into all aspects of their business strategies. They also discussed how AI can help leaders to stop micromanaging and start trusting their employees.
Peter, who has successfully led international virtual teams and won multiple corporate awards, has delivered keynotes in 26 countries and collaborates with major brands such as IKEA, Lufthansa, the European Central Bank, and BloombergTV. He is the author of "Virtual Power Teams" and "Power Teams Beyond Borders," and a world champion discus thrower for men over 45. You can connect with Peter via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterivanovspeaker/ and visit his website: www.Peter-ivanov.com.
Lisa talks with Peter Ivanov, an award-winning Leader, Entrepreneur, Athlete, father of five girls, and Virtual Teams Expert with over 20 years of international experience. In this episode, they discuss what makes a leader the “Best of the Best”, how to motivate teams as a leader, and advice for leaders in the face of emerging trends. They journey from teams learning to parachute together, to how AI is teaching people how to be more compassionate, to how teams are like the cosmos, and discuss what is the force that allows teams to surpass results in fun and healthier ways. Check out Peter’s book, “Virtual Power Teams”, and connect with him on Linkedin or at peter-ivanov.com/contact.
Lisa talks with Eric Beck, who is the CEO of Founder’s Fire and the former International Director of Training for E-Myth Worldwide, in addition to being a former touring musician, international martial arts medalist, Specialist in the United States Army National Guard, TEDx speaker, and father of six. Lisa and Erik discuss their thoughts on mission statements, coaching Millennials and Gen Z, and preparing your children for the rapidly evolving labour market. Learn more about Founder’s Fire at https://www.foundersfire.com
Lisa talks with Lewis S. Eisen, author of the international bestseller, How to Write Rules that People Want to Follow: A guide to drafting respectful policies and directives. Combining his experience practicing law with over 20 years of business consulting and 12 years working within the federal government of Canada, Lewis helps to shift organizations’ policy-writing culture from confrontational to cooperative. In this episode, Lisa and Lewis dive into how leaders can begin to tackle updating policies in a post-pandemic world, the effect of using positive language, and the importance of trust and flexibility when writing policies. Connect with Lewis on Linkedin, or at lewiseisen.com.
Host Lisa Anna Palmer interviews Jason W. Freeman, author of “Awkwardly Awesome: Embracing My Imperfect Best,” about authenticity and the courage to be yourself. Jason shares his journey and what led him to get up on stage against all odds.
He talks about how living his dream of sharing his journey while embracing his speech impediment and unique walk helps people from around the globe to view their own dreams as closer and more attainable. He also shares techniques leaders can use to be more authentic and create safe spaces for employees to be themselves and be more creative. Jason holds a Master of Fine Arts in Poetry, delivers keynotes to schools and on various stages, and has delivered a TEDx Talk. You can reach Jason through his website: https://jasonwfreeman.com/
Lisa talks with Phyl Macomber, President & CEO of Make A Difference, Inc., award-winning keynote speaker, best-selling author, and host of her own monthly podcast show, Every Child Can Learn. As an education specialist, she has trained thousands of educators globally with the goal of enabling children of all abilities to reach their potential in an inclusive classroom environment. In this episode, Lisa and Phyl share stories and discuss the importance of developing leadership abilities at an early age. Connect with Phyl at phyl@aboutthepact.com, or visit About T.H.E. P.A.C.T.’s website at aboutthepact.com
Lisa talks with Liam Martin, founder of Time Doctor and Staff.com, and co-organizer of the world’s largest remote work conference, Running Remote 2023 Conference, which is schedule to take place in Lisbon, PT, April 25-26, 2023. Liam is a renowned remote work thought leader and co-author of the Running Remote book, and has been published in Forbes, Mashable, TechCrunch, Wired, The Wall Street Journal, The Huffington Post, and more. Today, Lisa talks with Liam about what led him to remote work, the benefits of asynchronous communication, and the role of leadership in asynchronous management. Connect with Liam at runningremotebook.com, or by leaving a comment on Running Remote’s YouTube channel.
Lisa talks with Molly Gimmel, co-founder and CEO of the award-winning Design To Delivery Inc. (D2DInc), former chair and board member of the National Association of Women Business Owners, and founder of the Vellamo Leadership Institute, an organization dedicated to helping women become more effective leaders. In this episode, Lisa chats with Molly about her new book, Master Your Mindset: How Women Leaders Step Up, and the key messages she hopes women will take away from it. Connect with Molly on Linkedin, and find her book at mollygimmel.com!
Lisa talks with Dora Lutz, author of The Aspirational Business, owner of GivingSpring, and creator of a course at Purdue University called Business Planning for Social Entrepreneurs. Dora has devoted her career to understanding the unique ways businesses can make a positive impact on society, and helping leaders to accomplish their biggest goals. Together, they discuss how putting people and planet first benefits your bottom line, and what it takes to be an aspirational leader. Connect with Dora on Linkedin, or visit giving-spring.com.
Lisa talks with returning LYLTalks guest Ryan Gottfredson, bestselling author of Success Mindsets: Your Keys to Unlocking Greater Success in Your Life, Work, & Leadership, and respected researcher on topics related to leadership, management, and organizational behaviour. Ryan is currently writing his upcoming book, Vertical Leadership. In this episode, Lisa and Ryan explore the topic of vertical leadership development, the importance of vulnerability, and creating safe spaces to heal from trauma. Get in touch with Ryan and take the Success Mindsets Assessment at www.ryangottfredson.com
Lisa talks with David Clunes Sr., a business veteran with over 20 years of experience in successful new business ventures within a diverse set of industries, including healthcare, technology, construction, trucking, and real estate. He's been operating virtual companies since 2006, and most recently David founded Curucaye, a virtual company that allows his team to provide operations support to small and midsize businesses with the goal of simplifying the lives of business owners. Curucaye offers services such as virtual assistants, accounting & bookkeeping, technology solutions, digital marketing, HR operations and payroll. Together, they explore the benefits of virtual business models and the factors needed for success in the workplace of the future, while addressing the skepticism about hybrid work that many harbour. Connect with Curucaye at curucaye.com or book a free consultation at calendly.com/curucaye.
Lisa talks with true thought leader of our time, Steve Farber, president of Extreme Leadership Inc., founder of The Extreme Leadership Institute, and creator of the LEAP approach. He is the bestselling author of 4 leadership books, including Greater Than Yourself: The Ultimate Lesson In Leadership, a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller, and his first book, The Radical LEAP, which is considered a leadership classic. Lisa and Steve discuss how to establish human connections in virtual and hybrid workplaces, while leading with love and compassion. Find Steve and his newest book, Love is Just Damn Good Business: Do What You Love in the Service of People Who Love What You Do, at www.stevefarber.com, and learn more about the Extreme Leadership Accelerator Program Mastermind where you get to work on your Change The World Project, at https://www.stevefarber.com/extreme-leadership-accelerator-program/
Lisa talks with Tina Greenbaum, California’s #1 Optimal Performance Specialist and the Founder and CEO of Mastery Under Pressure, a management coaching program for high-performing executives who need to refine and master their interpersonal and inter-departmental skills. Together, they dive into the most common pressure points faced by senior managers in today’s world, and discuss ways to grow the skills that leaders need to succeed and engage others during a period of uncertainty. Connect with Tina at www.masteryunderpressure.com.
Lisa talks with Kay Sargent, the renowned award-winning senior director of HOK's global WorkPlace practice, where she supports a holistic design approach that integrates an organization’s people, processes, and technology. She is the recipient of the American Society of Interior Designers’ “Designer of Distinction” national award in 2020. With over 35 years of experience, she is an industry thought leader on workplaces. Lisa and Kay discussed the importance of leaders asking the right questions so they can design hybrid workplaces that are inclusive and engaging. They also explored ways how to mitigate the common pitfalls. Visit www.HOK.com to learn more.
Lisa talks with Joseph, a senior Human Resources executive within the public sector, who has previously held roles at Nortel Networks and a large regional hospital hub, with experience leading remote teams and engaging employees within hybrid workplaces. They discuss their thoughts on implementing hybrid workplaces beyond the pandemic, ways of engaging people as a leader in different formats, and issues surrounding micromanagement.
Lisa talks with Mary E. May, Business Accelerator Leadership Coach, Relationship Therapist, and founder of Butterfly Love Academy, which offers consulting, coaching, prevention, and team-building narratives that result in sustainable outcomes in the Greater Philadelphia area. In this episode, they provide valuable insights on how leadership can evolve, one conversation at a time. Connect with Mary at butterflylovellc.com or workwithmarymay.com.
Lisa talks with returning guest Nathalie Bloskie, a Pipe Carrier of Algonquin/Huron ancestry who has been adopted into the Mountain Goat Clan of the Navaho, and who is also the Lead for Indigenous Retention and Wellbeing at Crown-Indigenous Relations & Northern Affairs Canada. This is part 3 of a 3-part conversation about what we can all learn from two-eyed seeing and living, and how we can apply Indigenous cultural competency in the workplace and the world - through awareness, sensitivity, competence, and humility.
Lisa talks with returning guest Nathalie Bloskie, a Pipe Carrier of Algonquin/Huron ancestry who has been adopted into the Mountain Goat Clan of the Navaho, and who is also the Lead for Indigenous Retention and Wellbeing at Crown-Indigenous Relations & Northern Affairs Canada. This is part 2 of a 3-part conversation about what we can all learn from two-eyed seeing and living, and the process of combining strengths from the ways of “knowing, being, and doing” from multiple cultures or workplaces for the benefit of all.
Lisa talks with returning guest Nathalie Bloskie, a Pipe Carrier of Algonquin/Huron ancestry who has been adopted into the Mountain Goat Clan of the Navaho, and who is also the Lead for Indigenous Retention and Wellbeing at Crown-Indigenous Relations & Northern Affairs Canada and Indigenous Services Canada. This is part 1 of a 3-part conversation about what we can all learn from "Two-Eyed Seeing" and living, and how balancing the left and right sides of our brain can benefit not only leaders, but all people.
Lisa talks with Jodee Bock, master communicator, author, keynote speaker, and host of Circle Up & Get REAL Podcast. Together, they open a dialogue about the importance of listening as a leader, and share techniques to foster greater dialogue and authentic communications in the workplace. Connect with Jodee at https://jodeebock.com/ or on Facebook at Get REAL.
Lisa talks with Glodean Champion, a “Renaissance Woman with Flair”, business transformation leader, personal champion, photographer, graphic artist, musician, writer, and founder/CEO of Black Muse Publishing (https://www.blackmusepublishing.com/). In this episode, they explore the connection between love and leadership, and explore Glodean’s L.O.V.E method: Listen, Learn, and Lead Open-mindedly with Vulnerability and Empathy. Connect with Glodean on social media, or at https://www.glodeanchampion.com/.
Lisa talks with Marilyn Domagalski, who has over 20 years of experience as a management consultant working in organization development and change management, and is currently involved in conducting organization health assessments for various government departments and evolving programs for mental health and well-being in the workplace. In this episode, they discuss the evolution of remote work, their collaborations on restoration exercises, and how building trust is fundamental as organizations move toward Hybrid workplaces post-pandemic. Connect with Marilyn on Linkedin, or at enterprisechangegroup.com.
Lisa talks with Joelly Goodson Lang, The Branding Badass, Sr. Account Manager at Genumark, and creator and host of her own podcast, Branding Matters. In this episode, we help provide insight on all things branding, from corporate and consumer branding, to leadership branding and its impact on employees. Connect with Joelly Goodson Lang at https://linktr.ee/BrandingBadass and subscribe to Branding Matters on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or whichever platform you use.
Lisa talks with Kareen Aristide, CEO of Kareen Aristide Enterprises, who combines nearly 20 years of professional experience in employment counselling, entrepreneurship and wellness. Together, they explore the importance of mental health for leaders, signs of declining mental health in the workplace, as well as strategies to manage mental health.
Connect with Kareen on her social media profiles, which can be found at https://about.me/kareenaristide.
Lisa talks with Maurice Thibodeau, former business banker and tech leader turned master hypnotherapist, certified CCF life coach, and creator of the Life Inventory Assessment and the Life Activation Process. In this episode, they discuss how managers and executives can take a more holistic view of leadership growth and development, and grow their self-awareness.
Connect with Maurice at https://www.illuminationexperiences.com/
Lisa Anna Palmer talks with longtime mentor Dominique Dennery, renowned sculptor, award-winning facilitator, certified management consultant and certified coach about the art of leadership. Dominique shares details on how becoming an artist has informed her approach to leadership, her work facilitating discussions on issues such as racism and anti-Black racism, and helping Black and other racialized professionals and others to fully step into their leadership. Whether you are a self-leader, a community leader, or a formal leader within an organization, Dominique shares wisdom that can help you gain greater insights into the Art of Leadership.
Connect with Dominique at https://dominiquedennery.com/
Host, Lisa Anna Palmer, talks with Deb Lawson, former high performing senior sales executive and co-founder of the leaders2inspire program, who will share more about the important mission of this program, as well as discuss how leaders can use both humour and philanthropy to help their teams get through challenging times.
Host, Lisa Anna Palmer, talks with Leslie Newell, a former Colonel and Military Nurse in the Canadian Armed Forces, is now Manager at the Centre for Abilities Management and Workplace Wellness of a federal government department. With her experience helping people during stressful times, she will share proven strategies and approaches so that we can find our centre and hold space for others while leading during an era marked by adversity, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Host, Lisa Anna Palmer, talks with Nathalie Bloskie, Dancing Star Sparkles Through Water Woman, who is the Lead, Indigenous Retention, at Crown-Indigenous Relations & Northern Affairs Canada-Indigenous Services Canada. Together, they explore how spirituality, including Indigenous teachings, can be of great assistance as we re-imagine and transform the workplace during these challenging times.
On this special episode of LYLTalks, Lisa Anna Palmer hosts a guest panel comprised of inspiring women who are business and community leaders willing to share their insights about their lived experiences as women who are members of Black Communities in Canada and the US. This two-hour panel is moderated by Magdalene Cooman, and features Glodean Champion, Yvette Ashiri, and Kareen Aristide. Together, they have frank conversations about racism, discrimination, white privilege, white fragility, Black History, and how to be respectful allies in a way that honours Black Lives.
If you are an employer, an educator, or a community leader, you are welcome to use this podcast as part of any Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion related training or awareness raising initiatives.
(Recorded in front of a live audience during a zoom call in July 15, 2020, less than two months following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020 and ensuing BLM Marches.)
Lisa talks with Erin Crotty, Chief Business Relations Officer at Curavita, professionalism expert, executive coach, business management consultant, and contributor to Light a Fire in Their Hearts. They discuss about the importance of professionalism in leadership and now COVID has contributed to a shift in the work environment.
Host, Lisa Anna Palmer, talks with Anna-Karina Tabuñar, Champion for Diversity & Inclusion, communications expert, community advocate and broadcast journalist, who shares wise practices and communications strategies on how great leaders can engage and inspire through storytelling.
Host, Lisa Anna Palmer, talks with Personal Success Coach Colleen Woodhead about the damaging effects of burnout on the health and lives of leaders - especially exhausted women leaders who are overextended by trying to balance work and family responsibilities during these challenging times in the world post-COVID.
Host, Lisa Anna Palmer, talks with Ryan Gottfredson, thought leader and bestselling author of Success Mindsets: Your Keys to Unlocking Greater Success in Your Life, Work, & Leadership , about the fundamental principles at the basis of our ability to succeed as effective leaders. This episode explores "What makes the difference between an effective leader and a dysfunctional leader?" and "How can leaders maximize their effectiveness?"
Get in touch with Ryan and take the Success Mindsets Assessment at www.ryangottfredson.com
Host, Lisa Anna Palmer, talks with Gina Gardiner, international bestselling author, motivational speaker, empowerment coach and transformational leadership trainer, about how being more genuine at work is the key to great leadership. You can learn more about Gina at www.genuinely-you.com or www.ginagardiner.com. You can connect with her at www.linkedin.com/in/ginagardinerassociates. If you are called to make a donation to the cause chose to donate, we encourage you to learn more about B1G1.